The Leyland Octopus was a legendary British heavy-duty workhorse. Primarily produced from the 1930s to the 1970s, it featured eight wheels and a robust engine, allowing it to reliably haul impressive loads upwards of 17.5 tonnes. First manufactured at Leyland's Lancashire plant, the Octopus quickly became the undisputed backbone of Britain's heavy haulage industry. Its rugged 8x4 chassis and heavy-duty flatbed were widely used by major operators like British Road Services (BRS) and the British Steel Corporation. This model represents an historic 1948 to 1958 John Aizlewood Ltd Flour Mills Lorry, Fleet No. 12, Registration HDG 153. Diecast metal with some plastic parts. Perfect for British Truck collectors and OO gauge model railway enthusiasts. Approx. 11.5cm (4.5”) long.